Lemon Pepper Asparagus Pasta

Photo: Carissa

Ingredients

8 oz. package lemon pepper papperadelle

1 small onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 inch large bunch asparagus, cut into 1 pieces

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Prepare pasta according to package directions.

While it cooks, mix together onion, garlic, asparagus, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Drain pasta, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water.

Add pasta and water to veggie mixture.

Toss to combine.

Add lemon pepper seasoning and sea salt.

Stir and serve immediately.

First Note: This holds up well in the refrigerator and can be made ahead and served cold as a side salad.

Second note: A sprinkle of parmesan cheese would probably be tasty!

2 as a main dish or 4 as a side dish.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011 - 8:09am